Gwendolyn Elizabeth Burton

Gwendolyn Elizabeth Burton

Gwendolyn Burton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 14, 2023.
Gwendolyn Elizabeth Burton 60 years of age living in Killeen, Texas passed away August 7th, 2023, after battling many years of illness and is now present with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Preceded in death by parents Denis Daniel Dees II and Marilyn Hancock. Gwen is survived by husband Roy D. Burton Jr. and children Michael S. Burton and Reagan A. Bynum (Andrew). She is also survived by brothers Denis Daniel Dees III of Alaska, and John Paul Dees of Berkley California. In addition, she is survived by in-laws Roy D. Burton Sr. (Lee) and SIL Carrie B. White (Mike) of Birmingham, Alabama and BIL John D. Burton (Amy) and nephew Drew Burton of Lanett, Alabama. Gwen was a graduate of Birmingham Southern with a B.S. in Religious education and former teacher in Copperas Cove and Killeen, Texas. She was most importantly a beloved wife and mother. A Memorial service is to be announced.

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August 20, 2023

Sherry Pollett posted to the memorial.

August 18, 2023

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August 16, 2023

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Sherry Pollett

August 20, 2023

My sincere condolences to Roy, Reagan, and Michael. I am very sorry for your loss.

Jan Stamer

August 18, 2023

I will miss you my sweet friendcondolences to Roy and family

Barbara Roe

August 16, 2023

Gwen was a dear friend and I am truely going to miss her. Condolences to Roy, Michael and Regan. Sending love and hugs to Roy who devoted a lot of his time caring for Gwen. God Be with each of you.

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